The best book, hobby & craft shops in Palm Desert

7 book, hobby & craft shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · 7 places · showing the latest additions first

University of California Riverside Official Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Spacious campus staple carrying textbooks & school supplies, school-spirit apparel & gifts.

900 University Ave E (Riverside)

“Spacious campus staple carrying textbooks & school supplies, school-spirit apparel & gifts.”

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Cellar Door Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Small, cozy bookstore, with an inclusive feel, offering popular titles plus book clubs.

473 E Alessandro Blvd Ste B (Riverside)

“Small, cozy bookstore, with an inclusive feel, offering popular titles plus book clubs.”

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Urge Palette Art Supplies

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Urge Palette Art Supplies is a neighborhood art shop run by artists, stocking MTN spray paint, Krink markers, Gamblin oils, and Trekell…

3635 9th St (Riverside)

“Urge Palette Art Supplies is a neighborhood art shop run by artists, stocking MTN spray paint, Krink markers, Gamblin oils, and Trekell brushes, plus an in-house gallery and hands-on workshops. If your creative itch needs scratching, this is worth the quick Riverside run from Rancho.”

From the Fontana newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Flat Black Art Supply

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Flat Black Art Supply started as Pete Salcido’s urban art shop and grew into a gallery-powered hub where you can grab aerosol essentials,…

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“Flat Black Art Supply started as Pete Salcido’s urban art shop and grew into a gallery-powered hub where you can grab aerosol essentials, catch shows from emerging Coachella Valley artists, or even book a street-style mural or logo design for your space this week. Go make something loud.”

From the Palm Desert newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Coachella valley craft

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Coachella Valley Craft brings DIY workshops to you, so round up the crew this week for tote bags, charcuterie boards, welcome mats and…

74857 Sheryl Ave

“Coachella Valley Craft brings DIY workshops to you, so round up the crew this week for tote bags, charcuterie boards, welcome mats and signs, plus kid-friendly projects. No experience necessary, just show up to a class or host your own and leave with something you’ll actually want to display.”

From the Palm Desert newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Town Center Plaza, 44-150 Town Center Way Ste B-3

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

42370 Bob Hope Dr (Rancho Mirage)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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